{"id":110,"date":"2025-10-09T08:38:53","date_gmt":"2025-10-09T12:38:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/dragonfly\/?p=110"},"modified":"2026-02-27T15:39:36","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T20:39:36","slug":"become-a-dragonfly-ambassador","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/dragonfly\/2025\/10\/become-a-dragonfly-ambassador\/","title":{"rendered":"Become a Dragonfly Ambassador!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Help Us Find the Next Generation of Conservation Leaders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Word-of-mouth is our most powerful recruitment tool! Thank you for helping us get the word out about Project Dragonfly<\/a>. We are confident there are people in your circle for whom this program would be truly life-changing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To start, go here and request to join our Dragonfly Ambassador Google group<\/a>. You will receive roughly one email every two weeks during recruiting season with actionable tasks to help us get the word out. Thank you in advance!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As you know, Project Dragonfly is more than just a master’s degree; it’s a personal journey that inspires conservation and action. We know this program offers incredible, once-in-a-lifetime experiences, and your direct influence is the key to sharing it with others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Community is what this program is all about. Share your experiences with others.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Help us connect with people looking for inspiration, connection, and who have the drive to make a positive difference.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Your Story Is Our Most Powerful Tool<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The most effective way to inspire future graduate students is by sharing your unique experiences<\/strong>. Whether it was a moment of discovery on a research project, a zoo\/garden experience, a meaningful connection with a colleague, the awe of an Earth Expeditions<\/a>, or a skill that changed your career path, your story is the best way to show the world what Project Dragonfly is truly about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We’ve put together some simple actions below to make it easy to share your journey with your network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How can you help others find those moments as well?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Track Your Impact<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To add a little fun and celebrate your efforts, we’ve gamified this a bit by setting up a tiered point system! While your contributions are valuable regardless of recognition, this is a fun way to quantify your impact and earn some rewards. The rewards are simple and may include Dragonfly merchandise, swag, a hug or high five, or our heartfelt public thanks! See the point values for various actions below the table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Deadline to submit your points is March 16, 2026<\/a>.<\/strong> Have fun, and thank you for your creativity and efforts!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tier<\/strong><\/td>Icon<\/strong><\/td>Recruitment Points Earned<\/strong><\/td>Recognition<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Dragonfly ‘Power’ Nymph<\/td>\"\"<\/td>50 – 499<\/td>You are a critical emerging advocate for the program. Thank you so much for all you do!<\/td><\/tr>
Dragonfly ‘Ready to Fly’<\/td>\"\"<\/td>500 – 999<\/td>Your efforts are helping our program take flight and directly supporting the next generation of conservation education leaders.<\/td><\/tr>
Dragonfly Flight Leader<\/td>\"\"<\/td>1000+<\/td>Your efforts are truly transformational, creating ripple effects across multiple individuals and institutions. Truly exemplary!<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Earning ‘Recruitment Points’ by Amplifying your Dragonfly Story<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Here are seven powerful ways you can share your journey to inspire the next cohort of passionate leaders. The points reward your time and effort!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Engage with Us on Social Media (50 points)<\/strong>\n